Harrisburg–Carlisle metro, PA relocation guide
Moving to Middletown, PA
About Middletown
Middletown is a historic Susquehanna river borough (~9,000 residents) at the confluence of Swatara Creek and the Susquehanna, southeast of Harrisburg. Founded in the 1700s, it keeps a classic small-town Main Street (Union Street) with Victorian and colonial-era housing, while hosting major regional assets on its doorstep: Harrisburg International Airport and the Penn State Harrisburg campus sit just outside the borough line, and the Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad runs excursion trains through town.
Home prices in Middletown
The median list in Middletown is $324,900.
Top places in Middletown
- Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad — excursion train rides departing from Middletown.
- Hoffer Park — borough park with pool, playgrounds, and sports fields.
- Swatara Creek and the Susquehanna riverfront — fishing and boating access.
- Historic downtown Union Street — shops and restaurants in 18th/19th-century buildings.
- Middletown Area Historical Society — local history exhibits.
- Nearby: Penn State Harrisburg campus and Harrisburg International Airport.
Commuting from Middletown
- ~10 miles northwest to downtown Harrisburg: ~15–20 minutes via PA-230 W / I-283.
- Harrisburg International Airport is adjacent in Lower Swatara Township (~5 minutes).
- Amtrak Keystone Service is available from the nearby Harrisburg Transportation Center.
Schools in Middletown
Public schools: Middletown Area School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Middletown FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Middletown, PA?
The median list in Middletown is $324,900. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Middletown, PA?
~10 miles northwest to downtown Harrisburg: ~15–20 minutes via PA-230 W / I-283. - Which school district serves Middletown, PA?
Middletown is served by Middletown Area School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.